Associate Veterinarian

Hadlock Veterinary Clinic is a 4 -veterinarian, small animal practice in Port Hadlock, Washington, a small town located on the Olympic Peninsula.  We are at the foot of the Olympic Mountains and on the Puget Sound which boasts every activity an outdoor enthusiast could want!  Our clinic is looking for someone who is ready to take on an established client base and be a great fit for our team. New grads welcome!

Our clinic offers digital dental x-ray, ultrasound, digital x-ray, endoscopy, and a full surgical suite. We are open M-F from 7:30am-6:00pm and Saturdays from 8:00am-2:00pm.

Our veterinarians enjoy a generous compensation package and a flexible work schedule. In addition, we offer:

• continuing education allowance
• licenses, memberships, and dues paid
• medical, dental, and vision insurance plan options
• short- and long-term disability
• 401k retirement plan
• Vacation time

Job Responsibilities

• Builds rapport with clients by gathering information and listening to, and empathizing with their concerns
• Performs physical examinations and diagnostic/medical/surgical/dental procedures that deliver the highest quality care while minimizing patient stress and discomfort.
• Communicates with clients on topics such as pet diagnosis, treatment plans, preventive health care, and nutritional needs.
• Maintains client/patient medical/surgical records and makes certain all necessary logs are kept up-to-date through established protocols.
• Stays current on new medical information and changes in veterinary medicine.
• Presents a positive image of the hospital in the professional community and to the general public.

Skills and Basic Qualifications

• A Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) or related degree from an accredited university.
• Licensure in good standing to practice in the state in which applicant is to be employed.
• Commitment to practicing the highest standard of medicine and upholding veterinary code of ethics.
• Demonstrates excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Works collaboratively with hospital team members.
• Makes decisions confidently and effectively.
• Manages time and tasks appropriately.
• Models a professional and courteous manner with staff and clients.
• Commitment to ongoing educational development and growth